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concerns about the dog's well-being. Your veterinarian may discover
changes in your dog's health that you have overlooked. It is always
better to err on the side of caution

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BEST INFORMATION YOU CAN EVER HAVE ON MEETING OTHER PEOPLES
DOGS-Children really need to learn this.

THIS is why you do not walk your dogs on asphalt or concrete
in the summer. If you see someone walking their dogs on
asphalt or concrete, PLEASE educated them and get the pet to
cooler ground. Original post was from Pet Ambulance Victoria

This should be sent to all the veterinarians including the specialists!

We have received two notices.
(1) Nails wrapped in cheese at dog parks in Chicago and
Massachusetts (see pic). (2) from some friends that in
Augusta Maine dog park, antifreeze is being found in doggie
water bowls. Please beware and be careful and PLEASE SHARE
and spread the word

Ever wonder where puppy mill dogs come from? Here's an
example. Many get cooked alive in the sun and freeze to
death in the winter. If you purchase your dog from a pet
store, I can guarantee your "AKC" certified dog came from a
place like this. This one is even better than the ones
I saw in Iowa and Missouri!

Do you recognize she is a Yorkie?
Please do not purchase your pet from a Pet shop, Backyard
breeder or Commercial Puppy Mill.

ALL PETS RESCUES
needs your help!

"The man who rears a
dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of
the German Shepherd Dog

This is a real
combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic
symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing,
restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.

This is a common problem in large breed
deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.

Basically what happens is this - the
stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised
then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released
and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.

If you ever notice these symptoms in
your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as
possible.

This is a condition that is fairly
common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a
very expensive condition to treat. READ MORE...

Dealing with Excessive Barking

The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is
happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including
anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just
because it feels good. Luckily, most dogs will respond to
one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you
simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply
behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less
of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable.

Removing Skunk Odor

No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen
peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing
dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally
over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other
objects, too!

After so many years of loyalty and support, don't they deserve the best
care we can give them? For many pet lovers, watching our companions grow
older is a comforting, rewarding experience. Hard to believe the same
bundle of energy tearing around the yard so many years ago is now the
calm and kind old friend curled at our feet.

As your pet ages, you may notice the outward signs: white around the
muzzle, less exuberance, hesitation trying to stand up after a nap or
difficulty climbing into your vehicle. Then there are the internal signs
we can't see, like a slowing metabolism, and changing nutritional requirements.

Just as we give special attention to the needs of puppies, dogs heading
into their later years require unique attention to help comfort them and
extend their precious time with us. After so many years of loyalty and
support, don't they deserve the best care we can give them?

If you're lucky enough to share your home with an older
pet, here are some tips we recommend for the care of your mature friends:

Exercise & Attention are
important at every stage in your pet's life. However, with senior pets
you may need to adjust the frequency and intensity of the exercise. If
your pet doesn't use his muscles, he will lose mass, tone, and it will
become even harder to move about. Shorter, more frequent walks or swims
can help keep your dog in shape and his weight under control.
If your pet has arthritis or is stiff and sore, giving him access to a
ramp to get up and down from higher areas - vehicles or furniture - will
make it much easier on his joints, and allow him to maintain some of the
adventure he enjoyed as a youngster.

Comfort for Old Joints - To protect older elbows and
haunches, provide your mature dog with a firm, orthopedic foam bed. Our
veterinarians have specifically designed several beds with "medical-grade"
orthopedic foam or box spring construction to distribute weight evenly
and reduce pressure on joints. They are also much easier to get out of
in the morning!

Another good idea is to elevate
your dog's food and water bowls. Elevated feeders make eating and drinking
more comfortable for arthritic pets, particularly if there is stiffness
in the neck or back.

Nutrition & Supplements - With dogs that have arthritis,
we recommend drug-free nutritional supplements like Joint Care Plus MSM
which contain ingredients such as Glucosamine HCl, Chondroitin Sulfate,
and Vitamin C. There are many excellent supplements available today.

As your pet ages, keep a
closer eye on his movements, behavior, and habits. Look for the signs
of aging, such as loss of appetite, excessive sleeping, irritability,
changes in his gait, weakness, and incontinence, and be prepared to treat
him with a little more love and care than ever before.

The care you give to your
pet throughout his life is a large determining factor in how he ages.
Feed him a nutritious diet, offer proper vitamin, mineral and other nutritional
supplementation, and help him maintain the right weight throughout his
life and your pet is more likely to age gracefully.

When is a dog considered
senior?
While there is no set age at which every pet is considered senior, many
veterinarians believe a dog is in his senior years when he reaches the
last third of his normal life expectancy. For instance, a large breed
dog, such as a Great Dane, which lives to an average of nine years old,
would be considered 'senior' when he was six. A poodle that normally lives
to be 15 years old would be considered 'senior' at 10 years old. These
are by no means exact numbers, and you need to remember that aging is
a lifelong and gradual process.